Ritual + Ropes: An Intro to Shibari Workshop
Discover the beauty of Shibari, the traditional Japanese art of rope bondage. This hands-on experience is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of safe, consensual, and aesthetically minded rope work.
Movement Alchemy 3-Week Series: Floorcravt Intermediate/Advanced
In this 3-week Movement Alchemy series (October 5, 12, and 19) Ever will help you elevate your Floorcravt skills as you learn intermediate/advanced floorwork techniques! We'll learn shoulder rolls and stands, balancing and thread-thrus, and more! Each class, we’ll build upon the week before as we weave the moves into a sultry choreographed routine!
The Austin Séance - Early Show
Join us for an evening of spirits and mystery as Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance recreate an old-time, Victorian-era séance at Nocturna! The evening begins with a brief lecture on the history of American séances, which came into fashion during the mid 19th century. Participants - the "sitters" - will then be led through relaxation exercises to prepare for the ritual, and finally our hosts will employ the tools and practices of both historic and modern séances to attempt contact with the spirits of those in the afterlife!
All are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal!
The evening will include complimentary cocktails, and attendees are asked to dress in a way to show reverence for this historic parlor activity (no jeans, flip flops, or casual tees.) Bonus point for Victorian-era inspired garb!
Early Show: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Late Show: 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The Austin Séance - Late Show
Join us for an evening of spirits and mystery as Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance recreate an old-time, Victorian-era séance at Nocturna! The evening begins with a brief lecture on the history of American séances, which came into fashion during the mid 19th century. Participants - the "sitters" - will then be led through relaxation exercises to prepare for the ritual, and finally our hosts will employ the tools and practices of both historic and modern séances to attempt contact with the spirits of those in the afterlife!
All are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal!
The evening will include complimentary cocktails, and attendees are asked to dress in a way to show reverence for this historic parlor activity (no jeans, flip flops, or casual tees.) Bonus point for Victorian-era inspired garb!
Early Show: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Late Show: 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The EVP Lab with The Austin Séance
Join The Austin Séance on Sunday, Oct. 26th at Nocturna, for a morning workshop on experimental electronic spirit communication. This 90-minute session will provide attendees an opportunity to learn about electronic voice phenomena, or EVP, through hands-on experimentation. Attendees will learn about the early history of EVP exploration, the changing technology and figures associated with the practice, and engage directly in science-lab type EVP experimentation — including through the use of mysterious "Frank" boxes.
All are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal!
Complimentary beverages will be provided.
Doors at 11:00 a.m., doors locked and experience begins at 11:20 a.m. Runs until approximately 1:00 p.m.
✨About The Austin Séance
The Austin Séance is a creative and experimental collaboration devoted to the history and practice of American séances and Spiritualism. Led by Artistic Director Albert Lucio and Editorial Director Jake Cordero, The Austin Séance has operated from its home base in Central Texas since 2016. Its work includes séance demonstrations in museums and other public institutions, occult workshops, occult lectures, and academic seminars. The Austin Séance also operates an editorial division and publishes a quarterly journal. The Austin Séance has been featured in Texas Monthly, NPR’s Texas Standard radio program, TV broadcasts and more.
✨About Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance
Jake Cordero, an award-winning journalist, has reported on everything from cult murders in Mexico to spirit hauntings in Fort Worth. He is a longtime student of magic and philosophy, and the author of two books. Jake also is editor of The Austin Séance Quarterly Journal, a Spiritualist history publication.
Things that go bump in the night have always fascinated Albert Lucio. With a degree in sociology and psychology, Albert has set out to understand how we shape and are shaped by supernatural beliefs. He has spent years studying ghost hunters, consorting with psychics and researching the occult.